Senior Solicitor

Senior Solicitor

Bromley Hybrid Working

Full-time, Permanent

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

This role is offering an opportunity to take real ownership of a thriving, claimant-focused litigation function within a fast-growing firm, and play a central role in its next phase of expansion.

We're partnering with an ambitious, specialist practice in motor accident litigation (credit hire & debt recovery), now seeking a commercially astute litigation leader to drive performance, elevate standards, and help shape the future of the business.

The Role:

• You'll step into a true leadership position, combining strategic direction, team development, and hands-on involvement in complex, high-value litigation.
• You'll have the autonomy to influence how the department operates, improve systems and processes, and build a high-performing, results-driven culture.
• Alongside this, you'll retain involvement in a quality caseload of litigated matters, ensuring technical excellence remains at the core of everything the team delivers.

Responsibilities:

Litigation

• Manage a caseload of complex, high-value claims (£25k - £100k+)
• Handle Multi Track matters from inception through to trial/settlement
• Oversee pleadings, evidence, and case strategy
• Instruct Counsel and guide cases through to successful outcomes
• Ensure full compliance with CPR and procedural requirements

Leadership & Strategy

• Take full ownership of the Litigation Department
• Drive performance, accountability, and a strong commercial mindset
• Identify risks early and work closely with Directors on key decisions
• Improve processes, workflows, and overall legal delivery
• Play a key role in wider business strategy and growth
• Lead, mentor, and develop solicitors and fee earners
• Conduct reviews, provide training, and support career progression
• Oversee hiring and help build out the team as the firm grows
• Maintain high standards through file reviews and compliance checks

Commercial Oversight

• Monitor billing, recoveries, and departmental profitability
• Report on performance and identify opportunities for growth
• Ensure efficient case progression and strong financial outcomes

About You

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate (preferred)
• Strong litigation background, ideally within motor claims
• Extensive experience in credit hire and/or debt recovery
• Proven experience leading or supervising a litigation team
• Excellent working knowledge of CPR and litigation procedure
• Experience handling both Fast Track and Multi Track work
• Commercially aware with a focus on performance and profitability
• Experience working with insurer clients or panel work
• Comfortable using case management systems and legal tech

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Hybrid working flexibility
• 32 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing professional development
• Paid charity day

Interested?

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.